DELTA Module Two case studies
DELTA Module Two · Put your knowledge to work in context.
DELTA (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is described by Cambridge English as an advanced blend of theory and practice, supporting experienced teachers to progress into more senior roles or to extend their expertise in a specialist area, and it is internationally recognised as the benchmark for teaching quality. It is aimed at English language teachers who have been teaching for at least one year, teachers who want to move into roles such as head of English or teacher trainer, experienced teachers extending specialist expertise, and first language and non-first language speakers of English with a CEFR level of C1 or above. The DELTA Module Two case studies are 5 cases and about 3,548 words.
1The Coursebook Rule That Overgeneralises
Rania teaches a B1+ evening group of 18 adults at a private language school in Leeds. The coursebook unit on future forms states: ‘will = decisions made at the moment of speaking; going to = plans made before.’ Her 90-minute lesson has 25 minutes left for the language focus.
757 words, about 4 min2Weak Forms in the PET Listening Lesson
Tom teaches a 16-learner B1 PET preparation class on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 60 minutes per lesson. The listening lesson uses a recording about lost luggage; the transcript contains ‘would have’, ‘could have’ and ‘should have’ six times.
702 words, about 4 min3The Digression That Ate the Lesson
Aisha is teaching a 45-minute observed lesson to 12 adult learners at A2/B1. The aim is present perfect for experience.
681 words, about 3 min4Mixed Ability and the Task-Based Temptation
Ben teaches a 50-minute general English lesson to 14 adults whose levels range from A2 to B2. The topic is complaining in a hotel.
707 words, about 4 min5Needs Analysis for a Corporate Logistics Contract
Nadia is Director of Studies at a language centre. A logistics company asks for a 12-week English course for 60 employees, 40 hours in total, starting in four weeks.
701 words, about 4 min